Cocktails to go would be legal in Wisconsin under Assembly bill

Bars and restaurants could sell cocktails and glasses of wine to go under a bill up for a vote Wednesday, March 17 in the state Assembly.

UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank apologizes over public records

University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank apologized after it was reported that she suggested to other Big Ten leaders that their emails related to the COVID-19 pandemic be moved to a private portal.

COVID-19 precautions ignored by dozens at state Capitol hearing

People ignoring coronavirus protocols filled a state Capitol room for a hearing on legislation to limit the government’s response to public health emergencies.

Chancellor Blank: Normal fall semester at UW hinges on vaccinations

A normal fall semester at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will depend on the pace of vaccinations for faculty, staff and students, the school's top leader said Wednesday.

UW Health lab performs nearly 200,000 COVID-19 tests

UW Health’s lab announced on Friday, Feb. 26 that it performed its first COVID-19 test at University Hospital on March 19, 2020. Almost a year later, they have run nearly 200,000 COVID-19 tests.

UW-Madison police seek help to locate missing 48-year-old woman

University of Wisconsin-Madison police (UWPD) are asking for the public's help in their search for 48-year-old Chandra Johnson.

Madison police release video, seek info on shooting of mother, kids

One year later, Madison police are seeking information and suspects after a mother and her two children were "brutally attacked."

UW-Madison police chief bans 'Thin Blue Line' imagery while on duty

The University of Wisconsin-Madison's police chief has banned officers from using “Thin Blue Line” imagery while on duty.

Fisher House to serve Madison-area veterans, families
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The recently announced project will offer a resource to families in search of affordable, reliable lodging when a loved one received care at the Madison VA.

Fisher House to serve Madison-area veterans, families

The recently announced project will offer a resource to families in search of affordable, reliable lodging when a loved one received care at the Madison VA.

UW Madison PD gives all-clear after bomb threat at Lake and State

The Madison Police Department is asking the public to avoid the area of Lake Street and State Street on the campus of the University of Wisconsin on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 28.

Madison man whose arrest sparked protest gets probation

A Black man whose arrest last summer ignited a violent protest in Madison has been sentenced to two years of probation and time served on a federal extortion charge.

Gov. Evers' statewide mask mandate could soon be repealed
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The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Assembly was poised Thursday to repeal Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ mask mandate. FOX6's Jason Calvi offers a preview of a contentious vote.

Despite worries, Wisconsin Capitol quiet on Inauguration Day 2021
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Madison prepared for possible protests, Wisconsin Capitol police urged lawmakers to be vigilant and the Department of Administration recommended Capitol staff stay home on Inauguration Day 2021.

Despite worries, Wisconsin Capitol quiet on Inauguration Day 2021

Madison prepared for possible protests, Wisconsin Capitol police urged lawmakers to be vigilant and the Department of Administration recommended Capitol staff stay home on Inauguration Day 2021.

Madison event calls for unity, conversation after riot in DC
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In response to the unrest at the U.S. Capitol, several organizations in Madison held a social distance gathering to promote unity and hold community conversations on recent events across the country.

Heavy fortified statehouses around the US see small protests
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Crowds of only a dozen or two people demonstrated at some boarded-up, cordoned-off statehouses, while the streets in many other capital cities remained empty.